While many people may focus on the physical signs of cocaine use (such as: bloodshot eyes, runny nose, disregard for personal hygiene, asking for or stealing money, change in sleep and eating patterns) it is just as important to pay attention to the psychological signs of cocaine abuse. After you see the signs get drug abuse treatment.
Psychological signs of cocaine abuse can vary from person to person. Not everyone will react the same way and not everyone will have every symptom. Some of the symptoms include:
Irritability - users have often reported restlessness.
Depression - depression and substance abuse often go hand in hand. It is usually difficult to tell if the cocaine use is what brought on the depression or if the user was treated their depression with cocaine use.
Change of friends and in family relationships - cocaine users often find a new group of friends that are accepting of their new found behavior or have a way to get them the drugs that they desire. It is sad but true that family relationship suffer. If family tried to help an addict it can push an addict away. However, if you have someone you love who shows signs of cocaine abuse you have got to try to get them to a rehabilitation center as fast as possible. There is help.
Loss of interest in hobbies and activities as well as a loss in being with others - cocaine abusers will often stop being part of groups or teams and in some cases they stop wanting to be around other people.
The psychological signs of cocaine abuse are worrisome. If you are afraid that you know someone who may have a problem please seek guidance on how to best help them as soon as possible.
